Sports Physical Therapy Clinical Resident
About The Position
We are searching for a Sports Physical Therapy Resident — someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you'll plan, evaluate, organize, and implement Physical Therapy treatment programs in a developmentally and age appropriate manner for patients ages 0 to adult. The Texas Children’s Hospital sports physical therapy residency is designed to graduate leaders and innovators in the field of sports medicine. The 13-month program is focused on developing advanced clinical skills, research experience, and leadership. Residents train one on one with board certified sports and orthopedic physical therapists, physicians, and surgeons. Baylor College of Medicine’s Department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, and our community affiliations with youth, high school, and collegiate sports programs provide an unparalleled learning opportunity with access to leaders in the field of sports medicine.
Requirements
- Degree in Physical Therapy required
- PT certification from the state of Texas required
- Complete application through Residency and Fellowship Physical Therapy Centralized Application Service
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association preferred
Responsibilities
- Completes patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with hospital and department guidelines
- Develops an individualized plan of care based upon evaluation/reassessment findings according to hospital and departmental guidelines
- Provides clinical support to assigned outpatient clinic or specialty program
- Documents patient information in Electronic Medical Record according to hospital and departmental guidelines with no more than six (6) errors per year
- Informs manager or designee of all unsafe and potentially unsafe situations, patient/personal injury, anticipated problems and unusual situations
- Participates and completes all aspects of Sports Physical Therapy Residency Program including reporting, mentoring sessions, clinical and didactic training, sports venue, and other duties or requirements as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
